LCMS Principal Weekly Update for Oct. 13, 2024

LCMS Principal Weekly Update for Oct. 13, 2024
Posted on 10/13/2024
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LCMS Bobcat Parents and Families,
Monday, October 14th is a teacher workday and there will be no school for students. Tuesday, October 15th will be a B Day.

Clubs on Tuesday, October 15th! 
We will have our first day of clubs for the school year at the end of the day on Tuesday, October 15th! This is such an exciting time for our Bobcats where each student is involved in their unique activity, so we ask that parents and families avoid picking up students for an early dismissal after 2:15 if possible, since students will be in clubs.

#Kindness Month
Each October, we celebrate #Kindness Month here at Louisa County Public Schools. This month, we are launching a new initiative, Kindness For The Commonwealth, and we are collecting funds and other donations to support students, staff, and families with Grayson County Public Schools. Louisa County Middle School has adopted Grayson County Middle School. This school division in southwest Virginia was tremendously impacted by flooding caused by Hurricane Helene and faces days, months, and years of recovery.

As part of this movement, we are hosting several different initiatives:
First, we are hosting a coin drive at our school through October 18th, with all of the proceeds going to support the GCPS community. Students and visitors can place coin donations in designated collection bottles located in our main office! Grade levels will be competing to see who can donate the most, and the winning grade level will be recognized!

Then, from October 21st to October 31st, we will be collecting supplies for the GCPS community, such as cleaning supplies, basic school supplies, canned food, and bottled water. Supplies can be dropped off at our front office. You can find a full list of recommended supplies on our division website, lcps.k12.va.us.

Continue to bring in your spare change this week as we support our friends in Grayson County as they recover from Hurricane Helene.

Blue Ridge Virginia Governor's School
An informational night will be held on Wednesday, October 16th at 6:30 p.m. in the LCMS Forum for 8th graders and parents interested in learning more about the Blue Ridge Virginia Governor's School. Seventh grade families are welcome to attend to get a jump start for their 8th grade year.

The Blue Ridge Virginia Governor’s School (BRVGS) is an academic year governor’s school that provides a challenging and differentiated program of studies in core academic subjects, emphasizing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The program utilizes interactive video technology, field trips, and team coaching to create a regional community of learners from the counties of Fluvanna, Goochland, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, Madison, and Orange. Methods of instruction and learning aided by technology will aim to put the student in control of his or her learning and education. Please contact Mrs. Floyd, Special Services School Counselor, with any questions: [email protected], 540-894-5457 ext 2061.

LCMS Student Showcase: Friday, October 18th
Would you like a glimpse into your child’s school day? Would you like to see firsthand what they have been working on so far this school year? Would you like to see their writings, creations, and evidence of their learning and progress?

Mark your calendar for Friday, October 18th for our LCMS Student Showcase! Families are invited to visit our school from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. prior to the LCHS Varsity football game in the Jungle, which kicks off at 7:30. Families can enjoy dinner at the tailgate in front of the middle school from 5:30 to 6:30. Students will be showcasing their learning, progress, creativity, and successes so far this school year. Families are invited to visit each of their child’s classrooms and teachers, as well as other areas in our school such as our library, and students who have their Showcase Card punched will receive a student ticket to the football game! Mark your calendar to visit LCMS on Friday, October 18th from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. for the Student Showcase!

Socktober
Students can donate socks, winter hats, scarves, sweatshirts, jackets, and anything else to help stay warm this winter! Even a small act of love, such as donating a pair of socks, can make a big difference in the lives of our neighbors. Grade level bins are set up in the cafeteria for students to place their donations and participate in the grade level competition! Remember, all items must be new. Donations will be accepted through Friday, October 25th.

Picture Day Makeups
Fall pictures are included in our annual yearbook, so students who did not have their picture taken on the original picture day are encouraged to participate in the makeup picture day, which will be on Tuesday, October 22nd. There will also be an opportunity for those who ordered pictures to have their picture retaken on that day.

LCMS Spirit Week: October 21st-25th
We will have an LCMS Spirit Week the week of October 21st-25th! Take a look at the flyer to participate each day.

Monday, October 21: Pajama Day
Wear your favorite pajamas! (No slippers)
Tuesday, October 22: Twin Tuesday
Wear matching outfits with a friend.
Wednesday, October 23: Music Madness
Wear a shirt featuring your favorite band or music artist.
Thursday, October 24: Tropical Thursday
Wear a Hawaiian shirt or beach-themed outfit.
Friday, October 25: Pink Out/Hat Day
Wear all pink, and students may pay $1 upon arrival at school to wear a hat for the whole day!

School-Wide Costume Theme: Mickey and Minnie!
For Thursday, October 31st, students and staff are invited to unite in a school-wide theme in the spirit of fun -- Mickey and Minnie! Whether Bobcats want to dress up as the iconic duo or simply wear red and black, we can't wait to see some Disney magic in our school through these classic characters!
*If they choose, students may each receive a Mickey/Minnie headband, which they will receive in homeroom class on Wednesday, October 30th.
(Students may dress up on Thursday, October 31st, as long as dress code guidelines are followed and there are no Halloween masks.)

Chromebooks
Students need to bring their charged Chromebook to school every day. Parents and families, please support your child in establishing a routine for charging the device each night and ensuring that it is in their backpack each morning.


If you have any questions, or if we can help in any way, please call our office at (540) 894-5457.

Amanda Harper, Ed.D.
Principal
Louisa County Middle School
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